Gardaí investigating alleged sexual assault in Co Donegal

The alleged incident took place in the Bunbeg area of West Donegal
Gardaí investigating alleged sexual assault in Co Donegal

Stephen Maguire

Gardaí have launched an investigation following an alleged sexual assault in Co Donegal overnight.

The alleged incident happened in the Bunbeg area of West Donegal at approximately 2am.

It is understood a woman was attacked on a public roadway.

Gardaí have sealed off a number of roads leading to the location, and CCTV footage harvested from the area is being examined by investigating officers.

A Garda spokesperson confirmed: "Gardaí are investigating an alleged incident of assault that occurred in the early hours of this morning, Sunday 24th December, 2023, at approximately 2am in Bun Beag, Donegal.

"Investigations are ongoing."

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